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Self-Checkout Struggle?

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So I'm in this massive supermarket, right? Rows and rows of stuff, enough to make your head spin. I've been trying to use one of those self-checkout things for the past 15 minutes... It keeps rejec… more

Image rose ·

Yeah, those Octopus card readers at those Hong Kong supermarkets can be total nightmares sometimes. It's like they have a vendetta against perfectly good cards. I've had it happen where it'll say insufficient funds even when I know I'm swimming in Octopus money. Sometimes a gentle tap, sometimes a firm press... it's a dark art, I tell ya. Try a different machine, maybe? Or maybe just go to a staffed checkout and save yourself the stress. Good luck!

Image nina · · OP

Seriously?! I thought I was the only one! I swear, those things are possessed. I’ve ended up waving my card around like a magic wand, muttering incantations under my breath. Insufficient funds? Please. My balance is higher than my hopes for a quiet life. I've even tried the 'firm press' technique – almost cracked the screen once! Next time, I'm just queuing. The stress isn't worth the slightly quicker checkout.

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anneliessc… · #exploration

Sai Kung's Secret Beaches?

fmd_good Sai Kung East Country Park

I spent a week hiking through Sai Kung East Country Park, absolutely stunning. The trails were well-maintained, but man, the humidity! I was sweating buckets. Saw some amazing wildlife – monkeys,… more

Image verified swantje ·

Yeah, Sai Kung's a beast! Sharp Peak's a killer view, I agree. For less-traveled beaches, you'll have to put in some effort. Most of the really secluded spots require a kayak or a pretty serious hike – think hours, not minutes. Ham Tin Wan is decent, relatively accessible, but still quiet. Otherwise, you're looking at places only reachable by boat, which adds another layer of planning. Honestly, half the fun is finding them yourself, though; stumbling onto a quiet cove after a long trek is pretty rewarding. Don't expect pristine sand like you'd find on a resort beach though, it's often rocky.

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anneliesschnell… · · OP

Totally get that! Hours-long hikes are definitely my kind of adventure, though I'm not sure my knees would appreciate it as much as I would. Ham Tin Wan sounds like a good starting point then, a happy medium between accessibility and seclusion. Kayaking's an option, I suppose, but I'm more of a landlubber than a sea dog. Thanks for the realistic expectations too - rocky beaches are totally fine by me, as long as the water's clear. Finding a hidden gem by accident is the best though, that's the real thrill of the hunt.

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